Men’s Health

At Alpharetta and Cumming Internal Medicine, we are committed to educating men about health issues like heart disease, cancer, stroke and much more. Men of all ages should have routine physical examinations; however, many men wait to seek routine care until they are in their 40s. While there may be many individual reasons for this, men are generally reluctant to see their physician routinely.

Many of the top 10 causes of death and disability can be prevented or delayed with early diagnosis and treatment. Likewise, many of the physical changes that occur as men age can also be addressed with early diagnosis and treatment. By establishing a relationship with a provider at Alpharetta and Cumming internal Medicine now, the signs and symptoms of various conditions can be managed as they occur.

The top 10 causes of death for mature adult males include:

Heart Disease

Cancer

Unintentional injuries

Stroke

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Diabetes

Influenza and pneumonia

Suicide

Kidney disease

Alzheimer’s disease

Recommended Annual Screenings

All adult men should visit their health care provider for an annual physical, even if they feel healthy. The purpose of this visit is to screen for medical issues, assess risk, encourage a healthy lifestyle, and update vaccinations. In addition, an annual physical can to avoid problems in the future. Depending on a patient’s age, some or all of the screenings below might be recommended:

Prostate evaluation

Testicular examination

Blood pressure

Cholesterol

Heart disease

Colon cancer

Diabetes

Immunizations

Osteoporosis

Tips for Health Living

Healthy lifestyle habits can not only improve the way you look and feel, but can prevent or eliminate serious health problems as you age. The providers at Alpharetta and Cumming Internal Medicine can help you make lifestyle changes including:

Eat healthy

Stay at a healthy weight

Regular exercise

Be smoke-free

Get routine exams and screenings

Take any medications you need

Avoid heavy drinking

Manage stress

Get enough sleep

Know your risks

Stay safe

Alpharetta and Cumming Internal Medicine has experienced staff and physicians who can help you live your life to its fullest. If you live north of Atlanta in Roswell, Woodstock, Johns Creek, Suwanee or Canton, you are just a short distance from the best primary care in Georgia. Call us at 770/475-2377 to schedule an appointment today!